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The Faculty of Social Sciences at the University of Helsinki invites applications for the position of  RESEARCH FELLOW (UNIVERSITY RESEARCHER) IN THE AREA OF MIGRATION, HEALTH, AGE CARE AND DISABILITY for a fixed-term period from 1 August 2026 to 31 December 2029, or as agreed. The Faculty of Social Sciences invite applications for a position as Research Fellow in Migration, health, age care & disability within the research action Diversity in Society and Life (DIVSOL). The appointed researcher is expected to contribute to the interdisciplinary research on the DIVSOL theme Participation, Inclusion and Empowerment, dedicated to understanding inclusion and the equitable treatment of minorities, essential for social justice, self-empowerment and nonconflictual ways of living together, in this position with reference to migration-related diversity.  To be recruited as a Research Fellow (University Researcher), the appointed person needs to have documented independent research activity; the ability to lead a research group; activities in Finnish or international research groups or networks, and experience in the acquisition of research funding. Further, we expect evidence of public engagement. We primarily seek to appoint at the Research Fellow level, but exceptionally strong Postdoctoral Researcher candidates will also be considered. RESPONSIBILITIES  The appointed researcher is expected to pursue an independent research programme,  typically in collaboration with existing research groups at the university. The appointed researcher will contribute to teaching and administrative tasks (up to 5% of their working time annually). It is possible to complete the teaching and administrative tasks in English. QUALIFICATIONS   An ideal applicant has: A doctoral degree in a suitable field. Research experience after completing the doctoral degree is necessary. Scientific interest and contributions in the given application domain preferably demonstrated through publications. Articles in top tier venues, such as Migration Studies, Journal of Ethnic and Migration Studies, or Comparative Migration Studies, are highly valued.  Applicants are expected to describe their research interests and explain how these relate to the scope and topic of the position. Teaching skills. Above described qualifications expected of research fellows (university researchers) WHAT WE OFFER   University of Helsinki is an equal opportunity employer and offers an attractive and diverse workplace with a variety of development opportunities and benefits. The appointee’s gross annual salary will, in practice, for Postdoctoral Researcher range from €42,000 to €49,000 and for Research Fellow (University Researcher) range from €54,000 to €64,000, depending on their previous experience and qualifications. Standard Finnish pension benefits and occupational health care are provided for university employees. Further information can be obtained online. The employment contract will include a probationary period of six months. Finland is a member of the European Union, has high quality free schooling (also in English) and generous family benefits and healthcare. Finland was recently ranked as the best country in the world for expat families, and Helsinki in the world’s top ten most livable cities. Finland and the Helsinki region feature leading research and innovation facilities, clean environment, affordable accommodation, and excellent international, national, and local transport connections. For more information about working at the University of Helsinki and living in Finland, please see the webpages. The appointee is expected to reside in Finland while employed by the University of Helsinki. International staff are supported in relocating to Finland. HOW TO APPLY   Please submit your application, together with the required attachments, through the University of Helsinki Recruitment System via the link "Apply now" (“Hae nyt”). Use your current email address to register to the Recruitment System. Only applicants who are currently employed by the University of Helsinki are requested to submit their application via the link “Employee login”. The closing date for applications is May 8th, 2026. The following documents in English are required and must be included in the application: Curriculum vitae. A numbered list of publications, with the five most significant publications clearly marked in bold. A report (max. 3 pages) describing the applicant’s research profile, including participation in scholarly communities, international collaboration, acquisition of research funding, and the applicant’s role in obtaining such funding. A report (max. 3 pages) describing practical experience and qualifications regarding teaching. A brief (max. 3 pages) research plan, describing your research interest related to the position and suitable for a three-year project. FURTHER INFORMATION Further information about the positions and the research project may be obtained from Professor Timo Kaartinen at the Faculty of Social Sciences (timo.kaartinen@helsinki.fi). The research action Diversity in Society and Life (DIVSOL) is a research community for transdisciplinary research on ethnic, cultural, linguistic, religious and socio-ecological diversity. It offers new insights into the nature and challenges of the multiple diversities – linguistic, cultural, religious, biological – that characterise societies and urban environments, and will contribute to the development of multi-level sustainable policies for human flourishing. DIVSOL is led by the Faculty of Arts and includes all SSH units (Arts, Education, Law, Theology, Social Sciences, the Swedish School of Social Science, and the Helsinki Institute for Social Sciences and Humanities) as well as the Faculties of Science, and of Biological and Environmental Sciences of the University of Helsinki.  A diverse and equitable study and work culture is important to us. That is why we do our best to promote an inclusive university community. We encourage all qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for our positions. Click this link to read about accessibility and inclusivity at our University. JOIN US TO BUILD A BETTER WORLD – TOGETHER! #HelsinkiUniCareers

At the University of Vienna almost 11,000 personalities work together towards answering the big questions of the future. Around 7,700  of them do research and teaching, around 3,000 work in administration and organisation. We are looking for a/an University assistant predoctoral 30 Faculty of Catholic Theology Startdate: 01.05.2026 | Working hours: 30 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc) Limited until: 30.04.2030 Reference no.: 5540 Explore and teach at the University of Vienna, where more than 7,500 academics thrive on curiosity in continuous exploration and help us better understand our world. Does this sound like you? Then join our accomplished team! Your personal sphere of influence: The Department of Fundamental Theology is part of the Institute for Systematic Theology and Ethics at the Faculty of Catholic Theology. The shared approach of Fundamental Theology in Vienna is to relate theology to contemporary societal challenges as well as to other academic disciplines, thereby contributing to the resolution of current socio-political issues. To this end, the Department is actively involved in the multidisciplinary research center Religion and Transformation (RaT). Particular focus is given to questions of theology of history and the philosophy of history. As a university assistant (Praedoc), you will join the research team of the Department of Fundamental Theology and the research center Religion and Transformation (RaT). What is particularly important to us: An international outlook, an interdisciplinary approach, and strong connections with other research institutions, particularly the Institute of Philosophy and the research center RaT; an interest in the Department’s research priorities, and a basic understanding of Catholic theology as well as German Idealism (Hegel, Hölderlin, or Schelling). Your future tasks: You will actively participate in research, teaching, and administration, which means: You will contribute to the research at the Department of Fundamental Theology. Participating in research projects, contributing to publications and scholarly articles, and giving presentations will be a central part of your responsibilities. We expect you to complete your dissertation agreement within 12–18 months. You will work on your dissertation and its completion. The dissertation project should contribute to the Department’s key themes in the areas of the question of God, the philosophy of history, and eschatology. You will independently teach courses in accordance with the provisions of the collective agreement. You will perform administrative duties in research and teaching. Supervising students. Collaboration with the research centre Religion and Transformation. Participation in the organization of conferences, meetings, and symposia. This is part of your personality: Master’s degree or diploma in theology or philosophy (with a focus on the study of religion) Teaching skills / experience in e-learning Comprehensive computer skills, particularly MS Office Knowledge of Hegel’s philosophy and historical-theological issues, teaching experience, familiarity with university procedures and structures, and initial experience in academic work are an advantage Excellent written and spoken German and English Knowledge of another modern foreign language is an advantage You are a team player with strong social and communication skills What we offer: Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible working hours and can partially work remotely. Inspiring working atmosphere: You are a part of an international academic team in a healthy and fair working environment. Good public transport connections: Your workplace is easily accessible by public transport. Internal further training & Coaching: Opportunity to deepen your skills on an ongoing basis. There are over 600 courses to choose from – free of charge. Fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 3.832,08 (75% employment, 30 hours) increases if we can credit professional experience. Contract Term: The employment duration is 4 years. Initially limited to 1.5 years, the employment relationship is automatically extended to 4 years if the employer does not terminate it within the first 12 months by submitting a non-extension declaration. Equal opportunities for all: We welcome every additional/new personality to the team! It is that easy to apply: Your academic CV A letter of motivation (maximum one page) A summary of your research interests or dissertation proposal (maximum three pages) Proof of completion of a master’s or diploma program Proof of teaching experience or involvement in teaching (if applicable) Degree certificates If you have any content questions, please contact: Kurt Appel kurt.appel@univie.ac.at We look forward to new personalities in our team! The University of Vienna has an anti-discriminatory employment policy and attaches great importance to equal opportunities, the advancement of women and diversity. We place particular emphasis on enhancing women’s representation among the academic and general university staff, particularly in leadership roles, and therefore expressly encourage qualified women to apply. Given equal qualifications, preference will be given to female candidates. University of Vienna. Space for personalities. Since 1365. 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The McCarthy Lab has an exciting opportunity for a prospective Postdoctoral Research Fellow who is interested in understanding virulence and hospital persistence in Acinetobacter baumannii. The role will involve exploring how Acinetobacter baumannii virulence is impacted by desiccation across multiple in vivo models including Galleria mellonella and mice. The role will also involve using a range of molecular biology approaches, live cell imaging and the generation and analysis of multi-omics data sets. The successful candidate will be responsible for accurate and efficient data generation, data management, collation and the reporting of results to the project lead. The post-holder will need to demonstrate excellent attention to detail, organisational, team working and communication skills and have a keen interest in drafting research outputs for peer-review publication. The successful applicant will work closely with other researchers within the McCarthy Lab and with industrial and scientific partners in other centres. The role may also involve a research visit to a collaborator in the United States. Applicants must have a PhD or equivalent in a relevant discipline. Experience and knowledge in the field of biofilm formation is essential. Experience with with Galleria mellonella and advanced microscopy methods is also highly desirable. They should be enthusiastic, well motivated and be able to work both independently and collaboratively. This position is available for 24 months and is supported by the Medical Research Council and the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council . Please include one paper or preprint that illustrates research skills that are relevant to this project. We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applicants who support our mission of inclusivity.